Guiders in NS - please check your email inboxes for important updates regarding the wildfires and unit activities.

The results are in from the 2nd Bedford Guides Dental Challenge – more than 20 units stepped up to compile over 800 kits! These were distributed across the province to those in need via several organizations – most recently to comfort centres set up for the wildfires!

The 1st Tri County Embers from Elmsdale had a great adventure travelling from Truro to Halifax on a Via Rail train, and then on public transit from Halifax to the airport. The group learned a lot about various modes of travel around our province.

The 1st Windsor Forks and 1st Brooklyn Sparks Embers has a fantastic time at the Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia's production of It's OK to be Different by Todd Parr! They got to pose all kinds of questions to the author and puppeteers <3

Join the Quest team⛺ Quest Core Crew members are responsible for logistics, security, first aid, registration, Safe Guide and other types of camp operations. You don't need to be a Pathfinder or Ranger Guider! girlguides.ca/WEB/NS/Program…

Running Kanada and Lewis Lake camps, the Halifax Regional Camp Management Committee (HRCMC) is responsible for looking after Girl Guide camp properties in HRM. They are seeking a committee chair, camp oversight person and committee secretary. [email protected]

Attention Kwahee Campers! We had a last minute opportunity to get Kwahee Camp Bucket hats. Email [email protected] by Monday June 26 to order. Payments will be discussed via email.  All orders must be in by Monday, June 24 at noon!

WISE in a Box registration is open! #WISEAcadia is having a virtual program on Aug 10 from 9-12 for girls entering grade 6, who live in the Annapolis Valley or HRM, for $5.00. Materials needed for the two science experiences will be delivered. Register: eventbrite.ca/e/wise-in-a-bo…

Our provincial committees are in need of volunteers to fill the following girl engagement positions: 🌍International Adviser 🎨Arts Adviser 🔬Stem Adviser 🤾‍♀️Active Living Adviser Interested? Check out our website for more information on each position and to apply.

Canoe Kayak Nova Scotia (CKNS) is running a Lake Intermediate Tandem Canoe in Dartmouth. Sept. 15-17, the course is $110 for non-members of CKNS. Required pre-requisite is the Lake Introduction Tandem Canoe Couse or equivalent. Register by Sept. 12 forms.gle/iYNQcPyHGh9oHt…

Congratulations to Kathy Martin on being elected as the new Provincial Commissioner for Girl Guides of Canada - Nova Scotia Council! 👏👏👏 We look forward to working together and building a better Girl Guides with a strong foundation in NS Council over the next three years.

Girl Guides of Canada Nova Scotia is calling volunteers! 📣 ✨ For details on available positions and how to apply, check out our website at Girl Guides of Canada Nova Scotia > Volunteer Oppertunities. Or you can also visit: bit.ly/4bV3lcj .

Registration for the 2024-2025 Guiding year is open. To find a unit near you, visit girlguides.ca/joinus . ✨⭐️💙

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Today, we wear orange and stand in solidarity with residential school survivors, their families, and their communities who continue to experience the intergenerational impacts and harmful legacy of residential schools.  Reconciliation happens when we all do our part.

International Day of the Girl is a time to celebrate the power of girls.  We believe girls are the future. We amplify the power of girls' voices, celebrate their success, and help them build their unique visions for the future. Her future begins here: girlguides.ca/joinus

Today, we honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served and continue to serve. We remember those who lost their lives and show our immense gratitude by continuing to work towards the peaceful future that they fought for. #CanadaRemembers #WeRemember

Have a cookie, it’s mint to be! 🍪💚 Proceeds from Girl Guide cookie sales create opportunities for girls to experience the kinds of life-changing Girl Guide activities that will help them thrive and succeed. ➡️girlguides.ca/findcookies

📣 Exciting News: 2026 Provincial Conference Announcement! The 2026 Provincial Conference will be held at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish from May 29th to 31st! Meep an eye on Guidepost and our socials for updates, announcements, and opportunities to get involved.

Happy World Thinking Day! 🌎💙 Today we celebrate the power of girls and the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts community! We’re proud to be part of a global Movement with shared values that shape our past, present and future.